Research- Layout Of Film Magazine Covers

Conventions Of Film Magazine Covers

Who is the target audience for physiological thriller?

The target audience for physiological thriller is usually adults 18+ this is due to disturbing characters with physiological illnesses. However a majority of physiological thrillers attract primary females, aged 18-35. Research shows females are more interested in the genre as they enjoy mystery more than males. Lastly most psychological thrillers only are targeted at 18+ due to the nature of this genre as it is often intellectually demanding, violent and psychologically disturbing.

Masthead - The masthead is featured on all magazine covers, usually at the top of the page and it indicates which magazine it is e.g. Empire or Vogue or what genre. This should be the largest text on the page and it can reflect the audience that it targets specifically.

Image - The image should reflect the audience and also the style of the magazine. The main image is usually a mid-shot and should reflect on what the film featured is about. This usually involves the main actor from the film featured which helps to intice the correct target audience

‘Buzz words’ - these involve ‘free’ and ‘exclusive’ which helps grab the readers attention and makes them want to buy the magazine due to the offers or freebies

Anchorage text – the text that often overlaps the image to tell what the story inside will involve, this could be a quote taken from the interview inside or the main actors name

Banner – The banner gives overall information about the magazine and what will be found inside to help the audience further recognize the genre

Barcode, date and issue number – This is something every magazine has and is needed for business purposes